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FOR THE COMMUNITY OF OF BISHOP O'DOWD HIGH SCHOOL VOICE THE DRAGONS THE MAY 2020 VOLUME 66 ISSUE 4 CROZIER PANDEMIC FORCES STATE & SCHOOL CLOSURES COVID 19 LEADS TO REMOTE LEARNING SENIOR pp. 8 - 11 EDITION WHERE & WHAT THE CLASS OF 2020 ESCAPE THE IS DOING NEXT PANDEMIC WITH Begins on p. 12 THESE FILM RECOMMENDATIONS pp. 6-7

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COVER: Jack Ponting '20 and Maggie Lonergan '21 practice appropriate social distancing rules under state lockdown because of the COVID pandemic while taking a break from studies and going for a walk in Oakland. EXPRESSING THE VOICE OF THE DRAGONS SINCE 1954 of thecrozier bishop's is a authority.symbol OPINION A Farewell comesThe from ceremonial the shape staff of . THE CROZIER a shepherd's crook. HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF Welcome to the last edition of the 2020 Crozier May 2020 Volume 66, Issue 4 newspaper here at O’Dowd, but our first edition FOR THE NAVAJO NATION http://www.bishopodowd.org/campus-life/publications Joseph Sweeney '20 online! Because I am graduating, this will be the last Sonny, a Navajo Elder and storyteller, once told me, “Forget when you give, Editor-in-Chief Staff Writers Crozier I will work on! I was happy to end my years only remember when you take.” A key principle of the Navajo culture is generosity. It Olivia Yau-Weeks '20 & Photographers of Journalism at O'Dowd by putting together the is more than just civic responsibility or obligatory gift-giving on holidays, but arguably Aaron Anene '20 Senior Section! Seniors, make sure to check out our defines what it means to be Navajo. In fact, for many indigenous peoples, generosity is Campus Editor Zachary Badalamenti '21 collaborative graduation playlist on Spotify and our a way of life. When I was visiting Ireland with family a few summers ago, I came across a Grace Steinmetz '20 Alanis Brewer '21 Zoom conversation about siblings going to college statue commemorating a gift of $170 from the Choctaw Nation to the Irish people during Jermaine Brewer '21 together! I had a great time putting together the the Potato Famine, despite having just trekked a forced 600 miles to Oklahoma. I was Culture Editor Matthew Desler '21 Senior pages and interviewing different students recently reminded of this after reading about the immense number of donations coming Austin Ronzone '20 Tobias Hammond '23 about their future plans! from Ireland to the Navajo COVID Relief Fund, reciprocating the kindness shown to them Cameron Hawkins '20 by the Choctaw centuries earlier. Community Editor Fionn Kelly '21 I have enjoyed my time as Editor-In-Chief, but I am In a demonstration of this generosity, the Navajo Nation welcomed O’Dowd last Summer Andrew Hernon '20 Kylie Lau '20 happy to turn it over to Sylvie Richards '22! This is as part of a cultural exchange program. One of the participants, Chisomaga Nlemigbo '22 Jeren Navarro '21 the first newspaper Sylvie has worked on and she had this to say about the trip, illustrating the profound generosity of the Navajo people: Currents Editor Teralynn Nelson '21 has done such a great job so make sure to look at “After being able to connect with members of the Navajo Nation, I’ve seen how selfless Grace Porter '20 Sophia Pattison '20 her spreads about Politics and the CoronaVirus! they are when it comes to anything and the immense amount of care and respect they Natalie Peter '20 treat people (and all forms of life) with, regardless of background. They’ve welcomed me Sports Editor Annabella Pirrotta '20 The Journalism team is wishing everyone the best! and several other O’Dowd students with open arms into their community and have shown Cade Ronzone '20 Jack Ponting '20 We hope everyone is staying healthy and positive me what it means to truly be a caring and compassionate person in our modern world.” Sylvie Richards '22 through these rough times! As of May 9th, the Navajo Nation had the third-highest per-capita coronavirus Bishop O’Dowd Students visiting the Navajo Photography Editor Franciso Romero '20 infection rate in the entire United States. Relations between the U.S. government and Reservation in June of last year as part of the Jackson Knox '20 Thomas Samuel '20 Olivia Yau-Weeks '20 indigenous tribes have historically left a trail of broken promises. With a reservation the size Bioneers Intercultural Conversations Program. Brandon Sanford '21 Outgoing Editor-in-Chief of West Virginia, the Navajo Nation has only 5 full-time hospitals compared to West Virginia’s Advisor Stephanie Smith '21 65. It is the largest reservation in the U.S, and the Hopi Reservation is also within its borders. Roughly a third of the reservation does not Damian Barnes Joseph Smylie '20 have electricity, while nearly 40% of residents do not have running water seasonally. Despite all of this, last month, while the infection count mounted, the federal government attempted to include several corporations in the aid promised to tribal governments which is set aside under the CARES Act. This resulted in a lawsuit by several tribal Hello governments, including the Navajo Nation, against the U.S., until the aid was finally delivered after immense public pressure was put on the Hi I'm Sylvie Richards ('22) and I am so excited government. to be the Crozier's editor next year! I know both The promise of federal aid and initial stalling exemplifies the Mr. Barnes and I have exciting new ideas and are persistent failure to honor treaties and incorporate indigenous solutions open to any of yours, too. Email me with any article by the U.S. government and mainstream culture. From the Alcatraz ideas or questions, (my inbox is always open)! I Occupation to the Standing Rock protests, it is history repeating itself for want to make the Crozier a diverse outlet of voices indigenous people across the U.S. for anyone who is interested in contributing. I hope everyone has a great summer despite the So, how can you help? Well, the immediate thing you can do to help is a Who did we see on the KQED website? Though school closures and the COVID crisis circumstances and remember to stay safe/healthy. donation to the Navajo COVID Relief Fund, which can be accessed via the changed everything, students from schools around the region, including our very link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/official-navajo-nation-covid19-relief- own Dragons, wrote and recorded stories showing snapshots of teen life in today's See you next year! fund. However, if you can’t donate, you can share the fund on your social media, or family members to raise awareness. Although this only Bay Area. To hear these stories, click on this linked text or go to https://www.kqed.org/ addresses the immediate problem, even the smallest donation goes a long way towards saving real lives on the reservation. education/533846/youth-takeover-2020-bishop-odowd-high-school?fbclid=IwAR3SPLEtNipXuQjzY9nq Sylvie Richards '22 8KXaQuJ7jY_snzcrW7LXQgiW2xMYS3Oa-jwqUew Incoming Editor-in-Chief THE GENERAL ELECTION: BIDEN CAMPAIGN & IMPLICATIONS OF COVID-19 Sylvie Richards '22 POLITICS On April 16th, Bernie Sanders dropped out of the Democratic race, leaving Joe Biden as the presumptive 2020 General Election Democratic nominee. This leaves a lot of questions about his candidacy, including major policy ideas, a future running mate, and new straddles in the face of a global pandemic. Like any presidential candidate, Biden has a lot of ideas. One key component of his agenda is reforming the middle class. This includes ideas such as a new tax code, free (or far cheaper) college, fighting regional inequality, and working to help workers through policies such as an increased minimum wage. He also has plans for fighting against climate change and creating environmental reform. This includes components such as accomplishing 0 carbon UPCOMING DELIBERATIONS: emissions in the U.S. by 2050, fighting environmental racism specifically imposed by big corporations and polluters, and creating more environmental SUPREME COURT CASES TO reform policy. Biden specifically supports legislation framed in the Green New Deal. Additionally, Biden has many plans for gender equality and women’s rights. He supports equal pay, a woman’s right to abortion access, and combatting sexual and domestic violence against women. Biden has many more ideas, KEEP YOUR EYE ON including, but not limited to, immigration reform, disability rights, gun control, criminal justice reform, a better healthcare system, and LGBTQ+ rights. A huge question concerning the Biden candidacy is his choice for a running mate. On the 30th of April, Joe Biden formally began his search for vice Joseph Wolmark '23 president and announced his vetting committee. He has officially proclaimed that this VP will be a woman, and many predict a woman of color. Although she will most likely not be announced until July, many people have speculations, such as Senator Kamala Harris [D-CA], Senator Elizabeth Warren [D-MA], Stacey Although the nine judges have switched to Abrams, or Senator Amy Klobuchar [D-MN]. Vice presidential nominees are crucial for a good campaign and hearing arguments over the phone, the United States future running of a government, so Biden and his team are fairly taking their time with the choice. Supreme Court will be hearing and deciding some of However, under the clear implications of COVID-19, both Biden and Trump must change the framework of the most influential and controversial cases in the nation their campaigns. For example, Donald Trump commonly highlights the economy and jobs, while Biden focuses during the next few months. Here are three to pay special on the idea of bringing America “back to normal” after the Trump Administration. Evidently, Trump cannot focus attention to: on the economy due to the recession from COVID-19, and, likewise, Biden cannot claim to have the capability of bringing America back to normal, when it will not be the same for a very long time. Overall, although COVID-19 1. Trump v Vance: Awaiting oral argument; New York State is changing campaigns and the world in general, it also brings to light the importance of the government and prosecutors, backed by house Democrats, have set out to thus, voting in elections. Both Biden and Trump must learn to campaign during this crazy time, and help reform uncover President Donald J. Trump’s financial records. The the newly broken systems, along with those that have been broken for years. panel of judges, including Trump’s two new appointees, will decide if information the president has gone to long lengths to hide must be revealed. If they rule in Trump’s THE REALITY OF MAIL-IN-VOTING favour, the judges will conclude that Donald Trump’s Vashegaarie Sundar '21 financial affairs are illegitimate subjects of inquiry, until Amidst the uncertainty and unprecedented circumstances of COVID-19, the 2020 Presidential Election remains one of the most critical he leaves office. This challenges the court’s precedent elections of the decade. With the impending concern of climate change and rising international tensions, Americans must decide between electing from a previous case, United States v Nixon, and will be an President Donald Trump and presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden this November. With the threat of the Coronavirus, how are Americans ultimate test of presidential and executive accountability. supposed to cast their ballots without spreading and contracting the virus? One proposed solution — voting by mail. Although all fifty states give options to vote-by-mail, many of them have large restrictions on who is able to mail in their ballot. Currently, only 34 states 2. St. James School v Biel: Awaiting oral argument; allow for voters to request a mail-in ballot for no specific reason. Other states have large regulations which mandate that voters give a specific excuse 3. June Medical Services v Russo: Argued March 4th, 2020 and awaiting decision; The second case looks at Catholic school teachers from as to why they need a mail-in ballot. Some of these reasons include: illness, disability, and current service in the military. In conjunction with these The third case to follow looks at efforts to restrict abortions in the state of Louisiana. California, suing their employers for job discrimination. restrictions, states over the past few years have increased voting regulations ranging from required photo ID to earlier deadlines for registration. These Although the case itself is not set to fully undo the monumental precedent set by Roe Through this ruling, the Supreme Court judges must restraints limit voter access to the polls, which reflected the turnout in 2016, where 42% of eligible voters did not vote. v Wade, it will continue the movement by mainly conservative state governments address an idea of church and state separation in the First In face of this reality, the economic stimulus bill passed through the Senate this March included 400 million dollars dedicated towards to chip away at abortion as a woman’s constitutional right. Only a few years ago, the Amendment; a key value in the founding of the United aiding states in mail-in-voting. However, the original bill proposed by House Majority Leader Nancy Pelosi included 4 billion dollars to prepare for the court set a precedent in its annulment of an almost identical law in Texas. The law States. A key element of this constitutional notion allows upcoming elections in light of the coronavirus and many critics argue that 400 million dollars is not enough for the changes that are needed to make being questioned requires workers at the three abortion clinics in Louisiana to aquire religious groups to choose their “ministers” without all states capable of accepting mail-in votes. Not only that, Republican lawmakers are less willing to change their current state laws to allow voters to admitting privledges at hospitals (close to the clinics) in order to perform abortions. If interference from the government. If the defense can prove apply for mail-in ballots without a special reason or proper identification. Many claim ruled constitutional, two of the abortion clinics will likely shut down, making the task of that the teachers, who admit to occasionally administering that this system will be more susceptible to voter fraud, while research shows that states seeking an abortion in Louisiana nearly impossible. Additionally, it will set an example religious elements in their classrooms, are considered with state wide mail-in ballots have lower rates of fraud than states without. For example, for other, mainly conservative, states to do the same. This case will be the first abortion ministers, the job-discrimination lawsuit would be ruled Oregon has mail-in ballots accessible to everyone, and they have no cases of voter fraud. ruling that the newely conservative-leaning Supreme Court will make, projecting the invalid. Beyond just the ruling, this case will answer a Whereas, Arizona, a state that has passed numerous restrictive voting bills,has been contraversial issue of abortion’s legal future. larger question of the government’s authority to mandate named the worst state with electoral integrity by a recent study. All of the court cases will be available for the public to listen in on. how religious organizations choose their leaders and The issue comes down to local lawmakers deciding whether or not to allow Understanding the outcomes of each case is crucial to comprehending the direction of more broadly to the government’s control over religious their states to loosen voting restrictions and allow more voters, without excuses, to vote the United States as a whole. institutions. by mail. Otherwise, the US may relive another era of low voter turnout in an attempt to protect the health of Americans.

4 THE CROZIER volume 66 issue # 4, May 2020, The Graduation Issue Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 5 QUARANTINE MOVIE RECOMMENDATIONS: ENTERTAINMENT NOTHING LIKE A MOVIE DAY OR TWO Fionn Kelly '21 TOP 5 ACTION TRILOGY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SHELTER IN PLACE Honey Boy (Drama) Moonlight (Drama) The Grand Budapest Hotel This stunning film is drawn from 2016 Oscar Best picture award- (Comedy) 4-time Oscar award- (EXCLUDING MARVEL, STAR WARS, AND LORD OF THE RINGS) the life and experiences of actor winning film Moonlight follows winning film! Through colorful Jackson Knox '20 Shia Lebouf, from the points of the life of one young African storytelling and elaborate set view of him as a child star to a American man, Chiron, in Miami. design, Wes Anderson spins a tale #5: Star Trek (2009), Star #4: The Bourne Identity young man who finds himself Faced with difficulties at home of comedy and brooding crime, Trek Into Darkness (2013), (2002), The Bourne once again in rehab, working to and at school, he finds himself as the main character tells of Before I start this list, I want to Star Trek Beyond (2016) Supremacy (2004), The face his tricky relationship with taken in by a couple who teach his time as a lobby boy when he Similar to the original Star Trek Bourne Ultimatum (2007) his father. Through stunning him life lessons, as he grows and becomes involved in more than say that we all know Marvel, Lord of the series and movies, this trilogy Starring Matt Damon, an Academy cinematics and score, director struggles with his sexuality and he bargained for. Between stolen Rings, and Star Wars include some of the follows Captain Kirk, his right- Award nominee and best actor Alma Har’el and writer Shia his peers’ perception of him. This family fortunes and murder, the best trilogies of all time. If you haven’t hand man Spock, and the rest Golden Globe winner, this fast- Lebouf create a film that inspires film is incredible.. satisfyingly intricate set makes of their crew on their journey paced action series is about Jason hope and growth. the twists and turns of this film so watched them, I definitely recommend through space to find and assist Bourne, a CIA assassin who seems much more enjoyable. doing so. However, for this article, I want undiscovered life forms. This to have forgotten his past and Perks of Being a Wallflower Parasite (Thriller) Hidden Figures (Drama) to recommend some that are a little less reboot of a classic sci-fi series is determined to do whatever it adds brilliant special effects and takes to find the truth behind his (Drama) This coming of age Winner of the academy award for Based on the overshadowed true popular. polished performances from the identity. story follows the young life of best picture this year, Parasite story of Katherine Gobels Johson, likes of Chris Pine, Zoe Saldana, Charlie, an introverted teen who is an intricate suspenseful film, Mary Jackson, Dorothy Vaughan, Benedict Cumberbatch, Simon is taken under the wing of two following the story of the Kim Hidden Figures is a movie about Pegg, and more. senior students as he enters his family, who struggle to earn a the women who are the ‘human first year of high school. This living in their below the ground computers’ whose work is what #3: John Wick (2014), John #2: Mission: Impossible #1: Batman Begins (2005), film captures the feelings of the home of Seoul, South Korea. got the first astronaut into space. Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), - Ghost Protocol (2011), The Dark Knight (2008), highest of highs and the lowest After their family friend offers While also combating racism John Wick: Chapter 3 - Mission: Impossible - The Dark Knight Rises of lows so beautifully. With an them a high paying job, the Kims and sexism, these women’s Parabellum (2019) Rogue Nation (2015), (2012) This sleek Mission: Impossible - 80s inspired score, it will be one find themselves with a chance dreams and genius prevail. This and stylish movie series stars Considered one of the greatest difficult to forget. This film deals to grow financially in the world. biographical film about crossing Fallout (2018) These three Keanu Reeves, who previously comic adaptations of all time, with some heavy concepts, viewer With heavy underlying themes lines in the race to space will keep Mission Impossible films are the established himself as a movie The Dark Knight trilogy takes discretion is advised, however, it of class, this movie will leave you on your toes the whole time. finest of the series and each of star in the iconic sci-fi Matrix the #1 spot on my list. One of is incredible and turns out okay. you wondering, who truly is the them showcases stunning action series. Reeves plays John Wick, a Hollywood’s finest directors, parasite in this? sequences that keep your eyes retired hitman seeking vengeance Christopher Nolan, tells the origin glued to the screen. The series for the killing of the dog given to story of Batman and his various stars Tom Cruise, who performs all crime-fighting in Gotham city. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Knives Out (Thriller) Portrait of a Lady on Fire him by his recently-deceased wife. (Comedy) (Drama) of the stunts in the movie himself. Starring Christian Bale as Batman, Murder! Deceit! Money! Knives the trilogy also includes other Sit back and dream awhile, Out starring Daniel Craig is a This mostly silent French film award-winning actors like Morgan as teenage delinquent Ferris twisting story of what happens in will have you being incredibly Freeman, Heath Ledger, Michael Bueller decides what he will do a competitive, privileged family observant. It follows the budding QUARANTINE GOTCHA DOWN? Caine, Gary Oldman, Tom Hardy, on his “sick day.” This classic 80s when the patriarch dies. Almost relationship between a painter Liam Neeson, Anne Hathaway, comedy will have you laughing everyone has their own reasons and her subject, who is not to TAKE A HIKE! and more. The Dark Knight film and hopefully not missing non- for murder in this family, but know that she is being painted. includes Ledger’s iconic portrayal quarantine life too much. is it all as simple as it appears? The subject, Héloïse, is to be Brandon Sanford '21 of the Joker, which earned him Definitely not. married to a man who she knows an Academy Award for Best nothing of, and she has no desire There will always be a shortage of things to do during the quarantine. Supporting Actor. to marry. Here are four great hiking locations in the East Bay. Located in the Oakland foothills, near upper Rockridge, MOUNTAIN VIEW CLAREMONT CANYON REGIONAL PARK is located in the Berkley and Oakland GREEN BELT TRAILS located in Hayward California is a good location for a peaceful Located in the southern end of the Oakland Hills, JOAQUIN MILLER PARK is a CEMETERY is a great spot to enjoy a morning walk. The entrance of the cemetery hills on both sides of Claremont Avenue. This location offers an extensive trail system hike in dense wilderness. Although surrounded by residential neighborhoods, great hiking destination. The endless trails throughout the region can lead you is located at the end of Piedmont Avenu and is a close spot to enjoy the Bay View that leads from the Berkley campus to high ridges overlooking a beautiful bay view. the dense shrubs and peaceful river make the trails seem remote. These trails to the highest point in Oakland, beautiful views of the bay and Mt. Diablo, as after going to a restaurant. The extensive grounds offer a good location to enjoy a The climb to the top of the mountain is steep and is recommended for moderate or accommodate all ranges of hikers and are a great park for a hot summer day with its well as recreational activities. The trails in the area have a wide range of difficulty, peaceful morning walk or jog. The trails and roads experienced hikers. The park is also known for its shaded pathways. Although this park doesn’t have accommodating both novice and experienced hikers. Many trails wind their way in the area at the top of the cemetery are paved, native vegetation and lively wildlife. The canyon a view or attraction at the end of the trail, it is still a through tall redwood trees and dense brush which offers a peaceful forest experience. accommodating novice hikers and cars to park and below has several more trails as well as native great spot to get away from the city. In addition to the The park is also filled with plenty of grassy meadows and rolling hills to stop and have enjoy the sunset. The hills above the cemetery are plants, animals, and a stream. On the Oakland shrubbery, this park has intense nature with sightings of lunch. If you love to mountain bike, Joaquin Miller has several maintained mountain also a great location for a picnic while enjoying the side of the park is Garber Park which offers more rare birds, coyotes, and mountain lions. biking trails and a public bike park under construction. bay view. moderate trails in a 13-acre forest and filtered bay views.

6 THE CROZIER volume 66 issue # 4, May 2020, The Graduation Issue Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 7 COVID FALL OUT CONTINUES: EFFECTS ON THE WORLD OF SPORTS Mays Levy '21 As the world is at an usual halt and mankind is temporarily secluded from each other, as you POLLUTION DECREASES AND WILD ANIMALS APPEAR know, the sports world has also been completely shut down (except a few exceptions). At such an IN RESULT OF LOCKDOWN unprecedented and unusual time, it would be perfect for the most famous athletes and popular teams to bring some sort of inspiration and meaning to our lives. However, this is not the case. Every major American sport has been Savannah Jasper ‘23 temporarily postponed, whether it be the NBA suspending the end of it’s regular season or the MLB postponing the start of the season, the During this global pandemic, air pollution has decreased and wild animals have started to appear due to lockdown and social distancing sports world is truly in a frenzy. Since COVID-19 is such an easily transmittable and deadly virus, the precautions these major associations must procedures worldwide. Scientists have proven that carbon and nitrogen dioxide emissions have fallen as take are essential to both the players and coaches, everyone involved with the team and most importantly, the fans. Throughout our quarantine the result of a halt in factory production and lack of traveling. Recent picture taken by NASA from space several different plans of moving forward with sports have been developed and no major announcement of a return has been put out into the showed a decline in air pollution in Wuhan, China from the start to the end of January. The pollutant, media. However, the MLB has announced a proposal for the season which would be a modified 82 game season (changing from 162 games) PM2.5, is 2.5 micrometers in diameter and possibly can enter the bloodstream and respiratory system, and the 30 teams would stay and play in 3 different cities across the nation. A common theme among the NBA, MLB, and even the NFL (which creating a significant risk to human life. Wuhan had an additional 44% drop of PM2.5, along with a 60% will hopefully be on in the fall), is that these games will be played however these exhibitions will be either a limited amount of fans or no fans drop in New Delhi since 2019, and 31% in Los Angeles since the outbreak. at all. The consequences of playing versus not playing are very serious and critical to the success of the leagues in the future. If the leagues do Globally, millions of people die each year from unhealthy air quality. However, since many play and players or coaches or anyone else contracts the virus as a result of a return, serious issues will arise and the lives of many will be at people are limiting travel, CO2 emissions are down and smog is clearing. Before COVID-19, New Delhi stake. On the contrary, if they do not play there is a huge financial risk at stake for the teams, players and leagues. The only major organization skies were barely visible, but recent photographs show clear skies. Moreover, in Venice and Rome, the that has returned is the UFC in which the matches are fought without any fans and the only people near or in the ring are the fighters, the canals are revealing clear water and better air quality because of the lack of traffic on the water, and thus referees and the announcers. It is truly odd to watch without any fan participation however that is the only sediment being able to settle. Fish have also been spotted swimming in the canal. Biologist Andrea way professional sports can continue. Coronavirus has also affected the 2020 Summer Olympics which Mangoni found a jellyfish gliding in the water near San Marco square, shocking many people because were scheduled to take place in August in Tokyo which have now been moved to the summer of 2021. To the canals tend to have dusky brown water. On April 22, wild animals started roaming around in urban conclude, I pray that soon enough we'll all be able to come together and yell as loud as we can at the next areas because of the lockdown. The decrease in air pollution and clear water in the face if COVID-19 have Warriors game but in the meantime I hope the commissioners and everyone else involves moves forward proven the possibility for a better and cleaner earth. with extreme precaution to try their best to bring sports back to the world because at a time like this it will empower and inspire all of us to do good (and well, to cure our immense boredom). DOMESTIC ABUSE CASES RISE AS EFFECT OF CORONAVIRUS 2020 NFL DRAFT: WHAT SPORTS FANS NEEDED Marisa Cortes '23 Matt Desler '21 As sports fans across the planet continue to endure life without any sporting events, millions tuned Quarantine lockdowns are causing a rise in domestic abuse worldwide. Domestic abuse is a pattern of coercive or controlling behavior into the highly anticipated 2020 NFL Draft. This year, however, the top draft prospects did not get the that can include physical, emotional, and/or sexual abuse by an intimate partner. As an attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19, many countries have chance to walk across the stage and shake the commissioner’s hand after being selected. Instead, the enforced mandatory isolation and lockdowns. This is further endangering people who are victims of abuse, as they are stuck in isolation with their former college football standouts enjoyed the draft experience in the comfort of home, surrounded abusers. Many abuse hotlines are also reporting an extremely noticeable rise in calls since their country’s lockdown. For example, during the first by only their families. Multiple national television programs such as ESPN and ABC broadcasted two weeks of lockdown in Spain, the emergency hotline for domestic violence registered 18 percent more calls than in the same timeframe a month the event, as NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced the selection of each player in his own basement. The event also showed the reaction of each player and his family after hearing their name earlier. Similarly, in the UK, the National Domestic Abuse helpline reported a 150% increase in visits to their website during the month of March, announced to play for an NFL franchise. when compared to just one month earlier in February. Additionally, after the first 5 days of being ordered to shelter in place in Tunisia, their hotline As expected, the Cincinnati Bengals selected quarterback Joe Burrow from LSU first overall. experienced a fivefold increase in the number of calls they received. Burrow set multiple NCAA records in his final year at LSU, as well as leading his team to win the na- Research has found that these lockdowns create the same conditions that facilitate the manipulation and control of another. The people tional championship. The next two selections were Ohio State players; DE Chase Young to the Redskins and CB Jeff Okudah to the Lions. In fact, the working these hotlines described many calls that were distressing and clearly showed how extreme psychological and physical maltreatment can occur first three picks all played at Ohio State together at one point before Burrow decided to transfer to LSU. Quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa from Alabama when people are held together in a space for 24 hours a day. Common methods of abuse can include isolating and distancing the victim from their and Justin Herbert from Oregon were selected fifth and sixth to the Dolphins and Chargers. The first wide receiver of the draft was taken at pick number 12 by the Las Vegas Raiders. They chose Henry Ruggs III from Alabama, a support system, constant monitoring and surveillance, strictness, and limiting someone's access to great athlete with incredible speed. The San Francisco 49ers shocked many analysts by deciding not to things like food, clothing, and sanitation. However, social isolation has given even more power to take a receiver with their first pick, instead choosing DT Javon Kinlaw from South Carolina. They chose abusers. The isolation has also weakened support systems, making it much harder for the victims to promising receiver Brandon Aiyuk from Arizona State with their second pick. obtain help or to find a way out of their situation. There was some controversy towards the end of the first round, when the Packers traded up to Luckily, some countries are taking action. For example, the government of France established select quarterback Jordan Love. Many saw this move as disrespectful to their current quarterback Aaron centers in grocery stores where victims can seek help. Moreover, after noticing a surge of reports of Rodgers, as the pick implied that Love is their quarterback for the future. Overall, Alabama and LSU players dominated this year’s draft, including an unprecedented 25 violence at home, Greenland's capital, Nuuk, banned the sale of alcohol. As COVID-19 continues to selections between the two schools. spread globally and the governments react by enforcing social distancing measures, the victims of As many franchises rebuild for the future, this year’s NFL draft provided an entertaining getaway domestic abuse may encounter a double threat: a lethal virus outside and a domestic abuser inside. from the dull quarantine life fans have experienced over the last two months.

8 THE CROZIER volume 66 issue # 4, May 2020, The Graduation Issue Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 9 10 THINGS TO DO WHEN YOU ARE BORED (IN QUARANTINE)! Jermaine Brewer '21

1. Read: Reading a book is amazing and better than looking at a screen. Find a genre that best fits you and read away. TO OUR TEACHERS, 2. Cook: Cooking is a way to not only kill time, but eat as well. Who doesn’t like to eat? You can cook THANK YOU. with your family to make dinner, breakfast, or lunch and try new things. Teralynn Nelson ‘21 3. Learn how to do your own hair: Too many times we waste money on haircuts and hair-do’s. You On the morning of March 13th, 2020, the Bishop O’Dowd community was shocked by the news can teach yourself to braid and cut your own hair. Plus, if you mess up, no one would notice because that students would not be continuing in-person class for another month. We all became more overwhelmed you are in the house anyway. when we received news that we would not be returning to school for the remainder of the year. The emotion from our community and across the world struck deeply. Seniors without a clue that they had just enjoyed 4. Go outside: Yes, we are supposed to be in the house, but going for a walk or even sitting on your their friends’ and teachers’ company on campus for the last time, were and still are, deeply saddened given porch is good for your health. The fresh air and sunlight can help clear your thoughts. the circumstances. However, students are not the only ones who were hit by the news. Many teachers have expressed the enthusiastic and raw passions of the reality that they too wish 5. Watch TV: If you are bored, TV is always there. You can watch Netflix, TV shows, or play video games. they could be in class with us. It is simply not the same having conversation and teaching through video conferences. We, as humans, rely on others’ presence and face to face interactions in order to keep spirits 6. Workout: There are a lot of great videos on YouTube that can lead you through workouts (without equipment). You can spend some time high. Teachers around the world have been trying to find ways to keep in touch with their students, but those throughout the day doing fitness and staying in shape for sports. options are clearly limited due to COVID-19. Nevertheless, our Bishop O’Dowd faculty has been nothing but kind and giving in order to help students succeed. They, too, are considered essential workers, so we have gathered statements from students in varying grades to express gratitude and reminisce 7. Spend time with family: Take time to be with your family, as much as we cannot stand siblings or parents sometimes. We now have the about the things they have missed after being off-campus. time to be around each other and enjoy each other’s company.

“Everyone had to adapt to the times that we are living in and I would like to acknowledge the teachers for doing extra work to run online classes smoothly. 8. Call and check in on a friend: Remember that you are not the only one who has to stay home. Call in on some friends and ask them how Thank you for listening to the students and supporting us in the process.”- Brandon Frith ‘20 they are doing.

“I miss seeing all my friends and my teachers. I really miss rehearsals for the show and I’m really grateful for the cast of How to Succeed in Business 9. Play an old fashioned board game: We often get caught up in technology, so it is good to get away from screens and interact with things Without Really Trying, for being my second family.” - Kai Macapinlac ‘22 that do not involve technology.

“Thank you for all your hard work this year. In the face of many challenges, you guys have managed to keep the school going and help us learn. You guys 10. Sleep: Sleep is important and we now have more time to get some Z’s in and fuel our bodies. are going a great job and don’t forget it” - Larissa Milanowski ‘21

“I miss getting dropped off in the morning and saying hi to all of the security guards.” Makayla Harden ‘20 MENTAL HEALTH DURING QUARNTINE 2020 “O’Dowd Teachers, Stephanie Smith '21 Thank you for helping all the students become better learners through school and learning struggles. You all have helped students by teaching and Mental health during quarantine is very important. As O’Dowd students recall a normal life, we remember waking up, driving to school, communicating so we could still understand lessons given these tough circumstances. Even when we did not believe in ourselves and felt overwhelmed going to classes, and seeing our friends on the quad. This “normal life” we can all recall feels, for some, like a blast from the past, and others, just like by the pressure, you all believed in us. Thank you for making the lessons fun and enjoyable for students. I’m so grateful for the love and support you’ve yesterday. I feel as if I am in a fog and that school was only a couple of days ago. The days do not seem to separate anymore and it is hard to keep given us!” - Aiyana Rawson ‘23 track of what day or time it is. For many people, school was an escape from home life. As teenagers, we tend to knock heads with our parents while developing into the people we want to be or are recognizing who we are becoming. We are all wanting to see our friends, give them hugs, and as we all might hate to admit it, see our teachers and hear their lectures in person. Ways to protect your mental health during this quarantine include: “O'Dowd faculty, Now I don't know a thing about getting a teacher’s credential, the requisites to get one, or what 1. Create a Routine - One that helps you to feel productive. Ex. Changing out of the clothes you wore for bed in the morning. is taught in preparation to become a teacher. But I do know that nothing could have prepared any 2. Stay Connected - Check in on the friends you haven’t talked to in awhile, outside of the regular zoom calls and make sure they are doing okay. of you all for this. Nothing could have prepared anyone. The second semester was in full swing, with 3. Focus on the Positives - Focus on what is going well in your life. Ex. Roof over your head, more time to hang out with your family, more time to projects on the horizons, AP tests, standardized etc. In other words, we were all in the thick of it. do what you are most passionate about. 4. Spread Out - Take some time for yourself and away from those in your household to decrease irritation. Suddenly, our world was turned upside down, and the whole O'Dowd community had to recalibrate and adapt to this completely unprecedented, seemingly ever-changing situation. Despite all this Some O’Dowd students have also been taking time to make sure they are doing things to relieve stress and to maintain a positive mental uncertainty, faculty has been leading us forward, with no template to work from, nothing to compare health. Katie Senn ‘22 has been playing soccer and using her camera on walks with her dog. Sofie Cooke ‘21 has taken up painting by number in the current situation through. I'm very grateful to the faculty for this, and I think it's indicative of how her free time. Nilly Rao ‘21 is playing video games such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Get outside, social distancing style, and get after the world resilient our faculty is. Thank you all.” - Aidan McCarthy ‘21 Dragons!

10 THE CROZIER volume 66 issue # 4, May 2020, The Graduation Issue Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 11 SENIORS SENIOR'S FAVORITE MEMORIES CONTINUED: Sophia Pattison '20 Arnet Yu:My favorite memories are with the Filipino club. I enjoyed spending time with the club, making new friends, and SENIOR'S FAVORITE MEMORIES: becoming a better leader because of the club and the activities we did. Josh Lonner: Sophia Pattison '20 My favorite memory at O’Dowd happened late in my high school career. It was in January of my senior year, and I was playing for the school soccer team. When I found out about the Kobe Bryant helicopter Ahalya Sabaratnam: I think my favorite O’Dowd memory was honestly all of Spirit Week this year. It’s hard to pick which day crash, I was emotionally distraught as I have always looked at Kobe as a role model for work ethic and determi- was the best, so I’d just say the whole week had some of my favorite memories of O’Dowd. It was like a build-up of waiting for nation. When we had our first game since the tragedy, we were playing a league rival, and right before the start four years, just to go all out and have fun in the moment. Knowing that it was my last Spirit Week made it more special, and it of the game, I prayed that Kobe could give me strength. Sure enough, early in the game, my teammate played was like that for most of the senior class. We were all definitely way more hyped up and excited around each other. a brilliant corner kick right to my foot and I scored which put us in the lead. Already knowing what I needed to do, I ran over to the bench and got my friend’s #24 jersey, and I held it in the air towards the fans to honor Kobe Eli Farrington:My favorite memory from O’Dowd was my Senior Year Night Rally. It was the best Night Rally that I have ever and what he symbolized. It was a great feeling, and I truly felt him with me at that moment. been to because I, along with the rest of the senior class, knew that it would be the last one we will ever attend. This motivated us to dance our hearts out in the large gym and make the most of it. It was a night that I will remember for the rest of my life. I Clarissa Padilla: My favorite memories at O’Dowd would have to be cheering at the Friday night football games and basket- have never felt more connected to everyone from my class than I did that night. ball games. Being able to cheer on the sideline for our teams and crowds gave me this feeling that words can not even express. The energy and enthusiasm at each game was absolutely incredible and shows how strong and prideful our Dragon community Anand Mehta: The NCS Baseball Playoffs my junior year produced some great memories for me because of the genuine is. I would always find myself smiling and having a blast cheering on our Dragon athletes. These memories are ones that I will camaraderie and brotherhood my teammates and I shared. It was a privilege being able to take the field those final few games cherish forever. with my best friends knowing that we had worked so hard all year to be given the chance to win a championship. I will forever be grateful for the memories I made, the friendships I formed, and the opportunity I had to be an O’Dowd athlete. Luci Hopkins-Nickel: My favorite memory at O’Dowd was leading the Bay Area Teach-In for Justice with Solidarity in Action. We planned and facilitated a day-long teach-in with students and nonprofits from around the Bay Area. I think one of the best Brady Dunne: I have countless beloved memories at O'Dowd. For instance, Spirit Week, playing Rugby, and all the outstand- parts was collaborating with not only O’Dowd students and teachers but also students from other schools. We focused on having ing assemblies, however, there is one memory that stands out more than the rest, and that is Kairos. After experiencing Kairos, various social justice workshops and activities to create change. Solidarity in Action has been an amazing group to be apart of I became more confident in being myself and formed stronger bonds with my classmates. Because of my love for Kairos, I was and my time at O’Dowd wouldn’t be the same without it. I’ve created new friendships and have been able to advocate for social encouraged to become a leader of the retreat my senior year. Being a leader is one of the greatest things about Kairos. Not only change in our community. did I work with the most amazing group of individuals, but I also led a group of Juniors, and helped guide them through their Kairos experiences. Camille Calegari:My favorite memories at O’Dowd aren’t super crazy, but they honestly mean a lot to me. Moments where teachers have shown they genuinely care about me really stick out. Mr. Koller pulls me aside to ask me if I’m alright when I’m Hayden Holliman: My favorite memory has to be from freshman year. My brother Chase was a senior on CMT. As a member of having a bad day, Ms. Souza playing card games with me after school, and Ms. Loewinsohn bringing me a little cloth to clean my CMT, he was supposed to sit on the stage in the quad during lunch and let people pie him. So of course, I had to take advantage glasses after noticing how foggy they always were. Little gestures like that make me realize how lucky we are- people really look of being able to throw a plate of whipped cream at him without fear of retaliation. It was definitely fun while it lasted, but he out for you here, and I’m so happy to have had those experiences. :) smelled so bad for the rest of the day. Evian Jiang: Some of my favorite memories at O’Dowd have occurred throughout our Spirit Weeks. GRACE STEINMETZ:GAP YEAR/ Seeing all of our students and faculty come together as a community, to truly enjoy each other’s presence and our time together is extremely inspiring. Having the opportunity to help run Spirit Week was unforgettable, especially being on stage and watch- FUTURE PLANS ing our entire O’Dowd community singing and dancing during Night Rally. Definitely something I’ll never forget! Olivia Yau-Weeks '20

Jasmine Robinson : My favorite memory at O’Dowd is at the end of Night Rally when Mr. Judd plays a medley of songs and What do you plan to do during your Gap Year? everyone is singing the lyrics together. I remember feeling so connected and like we were all a family. During this time senior As soon as I can, I'm going to travel to Europe to live for the first month with my family in Italy. Then, I am year, I found myself looking around at everyone connecting to the songs together and that will be one of my favorite memories going to move and work in Paris. to look back on at O’Dowd. Why did you choose to take a Gap Year? I didn't really want my first semester in college to by online and I thought this could be a really great opportunity to really fnd myself and explore new things. Rohan Kalra: My favorite memory from O’Dowd has to be our Senior Year Night Rally. My friends and I Why did you decide to do this during your Gap Year? pulled up to school in a blue BMW and just blasted music and turned up in the car. We took some really I chose to do this because I wanted to learn more about myself and other places. And why not now? great photos with the sunset and just got turned up at the rally. What are you most excited for? I am super excited to travel and spend more time with my family in Italy because I don't really see them Chloe Momet: My most treasured memory at O’Dowd was during my senior year’s spirit week. I was on that often. I am also excited for the food!! the quad talking with a new group of friends I had recently made, when a previous group of friends I had, What do you plan on doing after your Gap Year? came up and joined us. It was Decades Day and many of us had brought speakers to school so we were I deferred to UCSD so, I am enrolled for the 2021 fall semester. But, I might apply to other blasting our 90’s music and danced all together on the quad during our short 10-minute break. I remem- schools next year to keep my options open. ber vividly the big, bright smile I had on my face and all of my friends next to me laughing and having fun.

12 THE CROZIER volume 66 issue # 4, May 2020, The Graduation Issue Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 13 Ocean Beach Marin Headlands Why do did you choose SF State? CLOSER LOOK AT 3 STUDENTS: SF State was the third choice on my list and it is listed as the 22nd SENIORS 1 STAYING IN CA, 1 GOING OUT best school for film. OF STATE, AND 1 ABROAD Why are you majoring in film? Francisco Romero'20 I like telling stories and I think the best way to do that is through a BAY AREA BUCKET LIST BE- film. My dad also makes movies, he made a movie called “Fresh- FORE COLLEGE: FREE OR LOW man Year”, and I want to follow in his footsteps. Grizzly Peak What things are you excited for in college? COSTS! I am excited to meet new friends, join clubs, and enjoy campus Annabella Pirrotta '20 1. Go to Stinson Beach: life. It is known to be one of the best beaches in Northern What are you worried about in college? California! The drive to this beach is absolutely stunning I am worried about the schoolwork, writing essays, and adapting Stinson Beach and there is also a bus available that you are able to take to to the new world. get to the beach. Mount Tamalpais Do you think you will join any sports teams? 2. Drive to the top of Marin Headlands: I hopefully will play for a club rugby team. This is a popular spot for people of all ages because it What do you want from your college experience? In California: Adam Johnson shows a beautiful view of San Francisco and the Golden I want to mature in a way to get ready for the world and for soci- College: San Francisco State University Gate Bridge. ety today. I also want to meet new people that could help me in the 3. Walk the Golden Gate Bridge: Major: Film/Cinema future. This bridge is about 1.7 miles so it makes for an awesome Why? walk on a beautiful day! I chose ASU for basketball and academics. I was also very familiar with this 4. Have a bonfire at Ocean Beach: school because my dad and some of my family live in AZ and I was born This is an easier beach to get to and a great spot to hang there. out with friends. Muir Woods 5. Hike at Muir Woods: Major and why? I will be going undeclared. I’m not sure what I want to major in yet, either Muir Woods is filled with giant coastal redwoods which great music and food. business or communications. range from 600-800 years old. 12. Get food from Japantown or Chinatown in San Francisco: 6. Go to Great America or Six Flags: Both Japantown and Chinatown are known for their amazing assortment of Asian food and What are you worried about in college? Both amusement parks have awesome attractions and awesome culture which shines through the town. I’m worried about getting homesick and missing my family. often have discounts! 13. Have a picnic at Dolores Park: What do you want to get from your college experience? 7. Go to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for a day: A vibrant and beautiful park with acres of green grass. I hope to get a full experience. I’m looking forward to hooping for Arizona Out of state: Cade Ronzone This is a great spot for a day trip! There is so much to do 14. Hangout at Lake Anza: State, going to college with my brother, Austin, and enjoying the atmosphere. I College: Arizona State on the lively boardwalk and the beautiful beach. There are Lake Anza, in the Berkeley Hills, is a great place for exploring and swimming. hope to get a good degree out of college and do well in the classroom. spots to surf, spaces to play beach volleyball, and amazing 15. Ride the Gondola at the Oakland Zoo: What college are you going to? food. Go to the Oakland Zoo for a quick gondola ride where you can overlook six different cities I haven’t decided on a specific school yet but my plan is to go to Ger- 8. Get food and thrift shop on Telegraph in and see all the animals at the zoo! Berkeley: 16. Be a tourist at Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 for the day: many. Berkeley is known for its amazing restaurants and there It is always fun to be a tourist for the day, and this is the place to do it! Why? are great shops to thrift at including Buffalo Exchange, 17. Go to Lake Berryessa: I am a German citizen and speak German, so I feel that this is a great Anastasia’s, and more. This is the largest lake in Napa County and it’s a great spot to hang out with family and opportunity to experience something new and live in Europe for some 9. Go to SFMOMA: friends. time. I feel that over there I’ll be able to explore a bunch of cool places The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is solely 18. Watch a movie at Grand Lake Theater: and things since everything is so close in proximity and it’s also a much dedicated to showcasing art from the 20th century! This historical theater always has great movies and prices. more financially viable option. 10. Drive to Grizzly Peak: 19. Hike at Mount Tamalpais: Major and why? This spot is easily accessed and has one of the best views in This is a great place to hike with a wonderful view. I will be majoring in business. I’ve always been interested in how busi- the Bay Area! 20. Rent a canoe at Lake Merritt: nesses are run and I’ve always wanted to get involved in a business at 11. Go to First Friday You can rent a boat at Lake Merritt for under 15 dollars and can enjoy a beautiful day on the Studying Abroad: some point in my life (ideally starting my own). I also think that busi- First Friday in Oakland guarantees a fun night filled with lake with your friends! Lucas Lynch Schweizer ness is a good major because it’s fairly broad so I don’t have to decide

14 THE CROZIER volume 66 issue # 4, May 2020, The Graduation Issue Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 15 CLOSER LOOK AT 3 STUDENTS: 1 STAY- GRADUATION SURVEY RESPONSES! PUBLIC VS.PRIVATE? SENIORS ING IN CA, 1 GOING OUT OF STATE, Olivia Yau-Weeks'20 F M A AND 1 ABROAD (CONTINUED) LOOKING FORWARD TO? exactly what I wan to do yet…. For example, I can later decide that I want to focus on marketing or business management, so the broad major makes that decision process easier. What are you worried about in college? I’m not too worried about anything in particular, other than settling down in a foreign country. However, I feel like I’ve been there enough times that it shouldn’t be too hard. What do you want to get from your college experience? SECULAR VS. RELIGIOUS? My goal is to make new connections and meet new people, as well as try out new things. I feel like I could’ve done more in high school, so I want to try new things in college. This includes some non-competitive sports and joining different groups that align with my interest opportunities. What do you hope to see about campus life? I’m really just hoping for a fun, engaging campus in a good location. I’ve visited most of the schools I’m looking at in Germany and they all are in pretty good locations. I know that campus life over there is slightly different than here where there’s a big focus on events (sporting etc.), but I still think they have a lot to offer.

PONTING'S GRADUATION PLAYLIST: POPULATION SIZE? Jack Ponting '20 WHERE ARE YOU GOING? Although Senior year didn’t turn out as we’d hoped, our graduation has been pushed back to August 2nd. So, in honor of having graduation and having something to look forward to, here are nine of the best graduation themed songs. The first song that came to mind was “Heroes” by David Bowie. This ‘70s classic is probably my favorite Bowie song besides “Starman.” It’s so uplifting and leaves the listener with a positive outlook on life stating, “We can be heroes, forever and ever.” Speaking of Kanye West, this list wouldn’t be right without a song off of his album Graduation; though Another ‘70s track is “Go Your Own Way” by many could fit, the song I chose is “Champion.” Kanye talks about success, coming up in Chicago, and how suc- Fleetwood Mac. In an album filled with cheating and cess is possible for anyone who works hard. broken relationships, they have some surprisingly nice and fun songs. This is not one of them. This is a song A song that is sonically similar, yet so different, is Kid Cudi and MGMT’s “Pursuit of Happiness (night- about cheating as well, but one could take this as a song about new beginnings, which is what I choose to hear. mare).” This song pushed boundaries and production forever and made me a lifetime Cudi fan. It’s just a fun and Next, I chose “Upside Down” by Jack Johnson, that song from Curious George that was stuck in your fantastic track that is still futuristic over ten years later. head as a kid. This just reminds me of childhood and makes me sad to think of how fast it flew by. Lastly, is a song by Bob Dylan, possibly the most influential singer-songwriter that has walked the Earth. Another classic song that I chose was “Let’s Go Crazy” by Prince. This song is all about getting The song I picked is “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door.” Though it might seem somber and sad, to me, this song is “through this thing called life” and making the most of it before our time to go. And as we embark on the next just sweet and soothing. And it is the perfect song to close out the school year. phase of our lives, make sure this song helps uplift you as much as it does me. This song and the next are maybe a little too obvious and cliché, but they are too good to leave off. The In addition to being Editor-In-Chief of the yearbook, Jack Ponting '20 has first is “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Not only are they possibly the been writing his column on music for the last few years. In honor of gradua- greatest soul duo by a male and female, but it’s also one of the greatest soul songs ever recorded by two of the tion he has created a collaborative playlist on Spotify to give you the op- greatest singers ever. portunity to add songs that remind you of our Senior year or songs about The other song is “Move On Up” by Curtis Mayfield. This song is about moving up in the world and graduating! See the next page for what's already been added! reassuring those who are misunderstood that everything is gonna be alright. This song has one of the best drum Search Spotify for Name: Graduation Playlist (Crozier) By: Jack Ponting sequences of all times, best horn sections, and vocal performances ever, that Kanye West couldn’t help but (linked) Or copy and paste URL: sample it in his song “Touch the Sky.” https://open.spotify.com/user/buster1a/playlist/6OZa2dNSyVmFzU1W7g2sH8?si=C04YpIKGQvq4hU2oIsJrqQ

Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 17 K35: "Count On Me"-Bruno Mars "This song was really special because not only does it SENIORS embody the spirit of Kairos, but it was pretty prevalent at K35. Mr. Judd had to leave during our mass so Natalie, Tenaya, and I played the music and we decided to put this ADDITIONS TO PONTING'S PLAYLIST: song on! We also included it in the background of our recap video which played at the celebration we had back Olivia Yau-Weeks'20 on campus!"-Sophia Pattison Eco Leaders: "Crystal Dolphin"-Engelwood "This song means a lot to us as a group and reminds me of Eco Leaders. This is one of the few songs we'd play at the beginning of our Eco Club meetings and sometimes during class. It's just a fun song that we could listen and K36: "Comethru"-Jermey Zucker dance to while sharing a lot of laughs! :)" -Josephine Grell "Every time I hear this song it reminds me of being a leader on Kairos. The song is about struggling to be happy on your own and realizing that its ok to ask for help from Solidarity in Action: "Best Interest"-Tyler The Creator people around you. The other leaders and I on K36 really "This song is featured on the SIA playlist for the virtual adopted this mentality and we ended up becoming a super Raise Your Spirits Week. I chose it because I like that tight-knit group because we all had each other to lean on. the playlist was an entire group effort. It felt good to Being a leader on Kairos was definitely a highlight of my give back to the school and support students as a col- O'Dowd experience, and this song will always remind me -Grace Porter lective leadership group"-Reily Wilson of that."

K37: "Everything Changes"-Waitress (The Musical) "I picked this song because there was a ton of sudden changes while my K37 was meeting. There were many ASB: "Wonderful Christmastime"-Paul McCartney changes in the world, in the Kairos group, and in my per- sonal life. This song really kept me grounded and positive "My favorite memory from ASB is when we were set- through it all!"-Enya Tellez ting up the huge Christmas tree at the main entrance. We played Christmas music, decorated stockings, prepped the hot chocolate and everyone was joyful and smiling! Chisom kept trying to put on his own songs and immediately pulled up a trap remix of this song. It was super funny and we were all laughing cause it was out of nowhere. It was a great time that I will always remember!"-Bob Cushing Senior Sunrise: "Blu" -BENEE "This song reminds me of the senior sunrise because like CMT: "Married Life"-UP the song, the sunrise gave me a calm feeling...like every- "One song that reminds me of CMT is the Up theme song thing was still and time kind of stopped when I was just because it was the song that we played during our senior chillin with my friends looking at what was in front of parent mass skit at the beginning of the year. Beyond that, us. Also the sky was a light blue at the time and less of a this song brings up so many memories that we, as a team, sunrise, pink and orange color. It was also a little chilly have made, ones I will never forget."-Matthew Ratto outside so the color blue fits the vibe perfectly"-Cameron Hawkins

Bishop O'Dowd High School, Oakland, California THE VOICE OF THE DRAGON COMMUNITY 19 Jenna Kilty SENIORS (Basketball) Bethel Kifle School: Portland State University School:University of Chicago Olivia Yau-Weeks'20 "My wholeMajor: family andBusiness extended Marketing family have played Major: Biological Chemistry or coached basketball at some point in their life and I was always around it growing up. I would play against "I don't really know what I want to do in life, older and better people when I was younger and I was but UChicago's core curriculum allows students always eager to get better so I could compete with them. to explore topics of all subjects regardless of Around 5th grade I set a goal for myself, of playing in their major. So, hopefully it can help me to college and I kept this goal in mind all the way through decide what I want to do!" high school!" Christian Espos Corps of Cadets at West Point Major: Undecided until 2nd year but most likely History or American Politics "I have always dreamed about serving my country as an officer in the Army. West Point offers an education like no other. Its rigorous Conor Whitehill academics, physical training, and leadership School: Stanford University experience will give me the skills that I will need in the Army." Major: Political Science "I'm excited to learn more from other students and (hopefully) experience dorm life!"

Sterling Stokes (Football) School: University of Pennsylvania Major: Philosophy, Politics, and Economics "Ever since I was at the age of seven, I always knew I wanted Bob Cushing to play sports in college. But at the time I wasn't sure what School: Cal Poly San Luis sport exactly. I grew up playing many sports like baseball, Obispo basketball, soccer, football, and track." Major: Architecture (5-Year Program) SIBLING U "I want to become an architect so I can design grand buildings and houses for people. Alyssa Evans This is a really cool way for me to leave Alma Margado School: University of Colorado Boulder a mark, and hopefully fulfill my dream of School: Santa Monica JC to UCLA Major: Business Finance designing my own house one day!" Major: Business and Marketing "I am most excited for football games and Minoring: Fine Arts (Theatre) meeting new people!" "I am really excited to go out of my comfort zone and meet new people!" Click on the image to check out twins, Cade & Austin Ronzone '20, interview other twins, Keale and Maile Young '20 and Will and John Kegelmeyer '20 about going to the same college with a sibling! SENIORS!

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